Chapter 1—Introduction to Flight Training


Table of Contents
Purpose of Flight Training
Role of the FAA
Role of the Pilot Examiner
Role of the Flight Instructor
Sources of Flight Training
Practical Test Standards
Flight Safety Practices
    Collision Avoidance
    Runway Incursion Avoidance
    Stall Awareness
    Use of Checklists
    Positive Transfer of Controls

POSITIVE TRANSFER OF CONTROLS

During flight training, there must always be a clear understanding between the student and flight instructor of who has control of the aircraft. Prior to any dual training flight, a briefing should be conducted that includes the procedure for the exchange of flight controls. The following three-step process for the exchange of flight controls is highly recommended.

When a flight instructor wishes the student to take control of the aircraft, he/she should say to the student, “You have the flight controls.” The student should acknowledge immediately by saying, “I have the flight controls.” The flight instructor confirms by

again saying, “You have the flight controls.” Part of the procedure should be a visual check to ensure that the other person actually has the flight controls. When returning the controls to the flight instructor, the student should follow the same procedure the instructor used when giving control to the student. The student should stay on the controls until the instructor says: “I have the flight controls.” There should never be any doubt as to who is flying the airplane at any one time. Numerous accidents have occurred due to a lack of communication or misunderstanding as to who actually had control of the aircraft, particularly between students and flight instructors. Establishing the above procedure during initial training will ensure the formation of a very beneficial habit pattern.

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